After defeating the golem, Eryndor and Ayla paused to catch their breath, adrenaline still coursing through their veins. A shared glance spoke volumes—a silent acknowledgment of their growing synergy. With renewed determination, they pressed on, navigating the twisting corridors of the maze. The air thickened with anticipation, and the faint echoes of their footsteps reverberated against the stone walls, each sound amplifying the tension of their journey.